Navalcarnero

The complex that consists of the Plaza de Segovia and the church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción was declared a Monument of Historical-Artistic Interest and later, a Site of Cultural Interest within the category of heritage sites. The Plaza de Segovia is a Castilian town square with an irregular layout and with porticoes on three of its four sides. The balconies and windows are built of wood and wrought iron and present a pleasing contrast with the granite pillars. It is an exceptional witness to the history and daily life of the inhabitants of Navalcarnero and was built between the 16th and 17th centuries. The most emblematic building in this site is the former Casa Consistorial, which dates back to 1588.

The parish church is the oldest landmark in Navalcarnero. Its architecture today is the result of almost 500 years of renovations, expansions, demolitions and restorations. It is a complex reality where various artistic styles intermingle. It houses a magnificent collection of altarpieces which attest to the evolution of Baroque Art in the region.

The Interpretation Centre is a magnificent place to begin our visit, as it recreates the full expression of Navalcarnero’s culture of wine.
It is located in an original farmhouse which provides a unique setting: Navalcarnero, land of wine. You will learn about certain topics such as the winemaking system, the work in the cellar, the importance of the caves, the sale of wine, its transport and related trades.
Admission fee to the Interpretation Centre is €2 (reduced fee €1.50).

It is one of the four key shrines, along with those of San Juan, San Cosme and San Damián, and San Isidro. With the exception of the Shrine of San Isidro which was built much later, they were all built in the 16th century, although they have been extensively renovated. The Shrine of San Roque is especially important as it belonged to the family of Juan Antonio de Ribera, the court painter for Charles IV and Ferdinand VII, who embellished it with his paintings.

One day, Navalcarnero decided to make over part of its façades to represent the creative work of an important painter and film poster designer named Alberto Pirrongelli.
His work is worth a look and therefore we recommend taking some time out to stroll through the streets of this Castilian town to contemplate the work of this unique artist. What Pirrongelli created in Navalcarnero was a fabulous open-air museum. Some of his frescoes, such as that of the church of San Pedro, deal with religious topics./n
His murals, which are able to deceive the most trained eye, make us see façades where there are only walls. And not just this:in these optical illusions, distributed all over the town, we also find the history of Navalcarnero, its inhabitants, and their main professions.

The historical park of San Sebastián lies near the historical centre and was built with the goal of serving as a nexus between the past and the present and a meeting place for the town’s inhabitants. An area full of well-tended gardens for the pleasure of inhabitants and visitors alike, it hosts a collection of sculptures that represent some of the historical individuals that, at one time or another, have had links to the town. It is also a good place from which to view the sun set, as the last rays slip beneath the wall formed by the peaks of the Sierra de Gredos. The park is accessible by all.

An open-air space dedicated to the memory of the modern sculptor Feliciano Hernández, some of whose works are scattered all over the town. It consists of a small building that houses compositions that were created to be exhibited in interior spaces. The work of Hernández, who was originally from Avila but had lived in Navalcarnero since his childhood, is a part of the Constructivist movement and undoubtedly one of the most relevant examples of Spanish sculpture in the second half of the 20th century.

This is an old manor house that once had a more extensive façade that included the adjoining houses. What interests us are the decorations that include a coat of arms, balconies with 19th century wrought iron sections and a beautiful interior patio in the austere Toledo style. Over time, the ground floor of the building was used as a shop and was later renovated and used as a Museum.

It is a magnificent example of a Castilian manor house, owned by the Delgado family that traces its roots back to the 18th century. Its facade has wrought iron bars and the family’s coat of arms. It is currently used as a centre for cultural activities.

Although no trace remains of the former church which was built in 1657 on a small shrine, the Town Council of Navalcarnero has recently rebuilt it fully and made all attempts to faithfully recreate its historical appearance. This marks the recovery of one of the most characteristic symbols of the town, which was a hallmark of the identity of the inhabitants of the former quarter of Villarino.

The Plaza de Alonso de Arreo is within the larger Plazuela del Mercado. It is a small square that was recently built and holds the mural paintings of Alberto Pirrongelli, with mythological scenes related to wine production. The Plaza Alonso de Arreo is dedicated to the eponymous governor and native of Navalcarnero who, in 1520, joined the revolt of the comuneros along with twenty armed men, an event that was immortalised by Alberto Pirrongelli in a large mural painting. The Museum of Wine is also located here but is currently closed for renovations. The squares are accessible by all.

Located in the old town hall, it is undoubtedly the most representative building whose façade overlooks the Plaza de Segovia.
Since its establishment in May 1998, Navalcarnero has consistently worked to promote the town as a tourist destination, placing it as one of the most popular in the Autonomous Region of Madrid.
There you can obtain detailed information on all tourist and cultural resources Navalcarnero has to offer (main attractions, tourist routes, events, etc.). There are also guided tours for groups on working days, which include sites such as the Parish Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción or the Centre for Interpretation of Navalcarnero. Booking in advance is required to enjoy such visits. The shrine and trompe-l'œil routes, which take place every Sunday at 1 pm, must also be mentioned.

The Municipal Theatre, also called the Teatro Centro, is the principal element of the Plaza del Teatro which draws attention to the building’s main façade which is built of red brick. It was built in the early 20th century by the workers’ association Sociedad Centro Obrero, and it recalls a period of cultural splendour where the most lively sections of the town played important roles, against a backdrop of social strife all over Spain.

The wineries are located at the heart of the old town of Navalcarnero. These wineries were founded around the year 1930. Today, the wineries are led by the 5th generation of vintners with the same enthusiasm and craftsmanship as ever. Inside the wineries, the cave and the roof made of old wooden beams are kept in perfect condition, in contrast with the new production systems.
The visit includes a tour of the winery and cave, with the possibility of visiting the vineyards, as well as the tasting of two of its wines accompanied by a tapa.

Bodegas Andrés Díaz invites you to enjoy a pleasant and entertaining time by taking a guided tour through its wineries, learning about the production and conservation process of its dÓrio wines. At the end of the visit you will be able to take part in a complete wine tasting.

Descubrir la riqueza de las tradiciones de Navalcarnero es la mejor forma de conectar con la esencia de una villa que ha sabido convertir sus costumbres e hitos históricos en espectáculos de calado nacional. El evento más emblemático tiene lugar a finales de agosto con el Real Mercado del Siglo de Oro, declarado Fiesta de Interés Turístico; una sobrecogedora celebración que engalana por completo el casco histórico para recrear con rigor las célebres "Bodas Reales entre don Felipe IV y doña Mariana de Austria", acontecidas en la localidad en 1649, devolviendo a Navalcarnero su esplendor palaciego de la mano de comediantes, artesanos y caballeros. No menos espectacular es la consolidada Feria del Vino, celebrada habitualmente en primavera, donde la villa rinde homenaje a su arraigada identidad vitivinícola con catas, folclore y la apertura de sus históricas cuevas subterráneas.

La vida festiva también late con fuerza a principios de septiembre durante las Fiestas Patronales en honor a Nuestra Señora de la Concepción, que alcanzan su máximo fervor popular con emotivos actos religiosos, encierros taurinos de gran tradición y actividades tradicionales que congregan a vecinos y visitantes en sus plazas porticadas. El privilegio de vivir la tradición de la villa se completa a lo largo del año con un sugerente programa de recreaciones y citas culturales que mantienen viva la memoria de la localidad. Para planificar tu escapada en los momentos más vibrantes del año, te recomendamos consultar el listado oficial de eventos de Navalcarnero, una herramienta esencial para descubrir el alma de esta histórica e ilustre Real Villa.